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As a result of equipment failure over the weekend, there is an internet outage affecting 24 Barnesville Internet customers. Staff is working on the problem. It is hoped that customers should have internet service back by the end of the day. We apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused.

Barnesville Municipal Power is proud to have served the citizens of Barnesville for over 100 years. This is Public Power Week. In celebration, just stop by City Hall anytime this week and we”’ give you a free CFL. Limit one per household. While you’re there, check out our display should how much it actually costs … Read More

A  Special City Council Meeting has been called for this Thursday, October 3rd at 7 pm to discuss the future use of the 2nd floor of the Old City Hall building.

Clay County will be testing the Code Red notification system today at 1:00 pm. All residents who are in the 911 database or have signed up for Code Red should be receiving a phone call. If you don’t receive a call or you haven’t signed up for Code Red, look for the link on the … Read More

The City is investigating uses for the 2nd floor of the Old City Hall building. The City Council is very interested in the opinions of our citizens. All residents are encouraged to complete a short online survey at www.surveymonkey.com/s/BarnesvilleOldCity Hall no later than Monday, September 30. A paper version of the survey was included in … Read More

A Leadership Barnesville team is planning a project to increase ice skating at the ice skating rink this winter. To do that, they are collecting used ice skates in good condition. Perhaps you have some skates on your rummage sale this Saturday. If they don’t sell, please consider donating them to the project. Skates can … Read More

Barnesville Public Works will not be spraying for mosquitoes on Thursday, September 26th.

Repairs on the water main break in the NW part of town are continuing. Residents are asked to continue limited non-essential water uses. It is hoped to have repairs completed by later this evening.

An exploratory committee is being formed to research the idea of building a community center/pool in Barnesville. Committee members will study similar facilities in other communities, what amenities the facility should include and possible funding sources. We’re looking for a wide variety of folks! If you’re interested in being part of the committee, give Karen … Read More

Are you looking for something fun to do tonight? Roger Radley, Farmer Comedian will be appearing at the Barnesville Library at 7 p.m. He’s shared the stage with Waylon Jennings, Tom Jones, B.B. King, Paula Poundstone, Willie Nelson, and George Carlin. His audiences love his down-to-earth and clever comedy! Please make plans to join us!